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Scholarship recipients who spoke at the Hermann Sons Life meeting were (from left) Trevor Janak, attending Texas Tech University; Marcus Seger, attending Texas A&M; Madison Kunschick, attending Texas State; and Mikayla Otto, attending Texas A&M.

Scholarship recipients who spoke at the Hermann Sons Life meeting were (from left) Trevor Janak, attending Texas Tech University; Marcus Seger, attending Texas A&M; Madison Kunschick, attending Texas State; and Mikayla Otto, attending Texas A&M.

50 attend Hermann Sons Life meeting

News Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Fifty members and guests were present at the Schulenburg Hermann Sons Life Lodge 14 meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 13 at Oakridge Restaurant. The pledge of allegiance to both flags was recited. The minutes were approved as read and Chelsea Moeller gave the financial report.

Bulletin Board

News Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
St. James Baptist Church Fish FrySt. James Baptist Church will hold a fish fry on Friday, Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., with pickup at St. James Baptist Church, 1103 James Ave. Plates ($12 each) will include fried fish, baked beans, coleslaw, hush puppies and dessert.

Meetings

News Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Young FarmersThe Schulenburg Young Farmers will hold their monthly meeting Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Schulenburg Expo Center.Chairman for the meeting will be Mark Vecera and the topic will be the results of the hay show.
This 2010 photograph by Kathy Carter shows the three buildings on Travis Street in La Grange that once made up the Von Rosenberg Company. Photo Courtesy of Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives

This 2010 photograph by Kathy Carter shows the three buildings on Travis Street in La Grange that once made up the Von Rosenberg Company. Photo Courtesy of Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives

Footprints of Fayette

News Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
In a previous Footprints article about a La Grange appearance by Buster Brown, C.J. von Rosenberg’s store on Travis Street was mentioned.
A recent speaker in Schulenburg was Ralph Fisher, who was quite entertaining with his stuffed buzzard Oscar. Senior Connections hopes have him back again – he has many stories to share of his interesting life as a rodeo clown and animal entertainer.

A recent speaker in Schulenburg was Ralph Fisher, who was quite entertaining with his stuffed buzzard Oscar. Senior Connections hopes have him back again – he has many stories to share of his interesting life as a rodeo clown and animal entertainer.

Senior Connections: vibrant hub for active seniors

News Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
At Senior Connections, the mission is simple yet profound: to enhance the quality of life for seniors in Fayette and Lavaca counties.Senior Connections is committed to fostering community and camaraderie, and invites all individuals age 55 and up to join its vibrant gatherings.
To find out more about pets for adoption from the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter, call 979-966-0021 or visit www.janssenanimalshelter.org or its Facebook page. Hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To find out more about pets for adoption from the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter, call 979-966-0021 or visit www.janssenanimalshelter.org or its Facebook page. Hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

GJAS reports increase in intake compared to 2024

News Staff
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
The Gardenia E. JanssenAnimal Shelter has seen an increase in intake for 2025 year-to-date – caring for 132 more dogs and cats in need than in 2024.This scenario does not include dogs and puppies in foster homes.
Armed Forces Appreciation event donation

Armed Forces Appreciation event donation

Armed Forces Appreciation event donation

News Staff
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Second Chance Emporium (SCE) recently donated $1,500 to the American Legion Post No. 102 of La Grange. Monies donated will support costs associated with the second annual Armed Forces Appreciation Dinner & Dance on Saturday, Sept. 13 at the KC Hall in La Grange starting at 3 p.m.

Garden Club to resume meetings on Sept. 2

News Staff
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
The Schulenburg Garden Club is set to begin its 2025-26 season with its first meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 2 at First Baptist Church, 110 Upton Ave., in Schulenburg.
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